The licensed practical nurse maintains standards of nursing practice and professional conduct established by BCCNM.
Indicators
- Maintains current registration.
- Maintains own competence to practise.
- Maintains own physical, psychological and emotional fitness to practise.
- Practises within own level of competence, employer policies, the LPN scope of practice and all relevant legislation.
- Is accountable and responsible for own nursing decisions, actions and professional conduct.
- Seeks guidance and direction as required.
- Takes action to promote safe, competent and ethical care for clients.
- Advocates for and/or helps to develop policies and procedures consistent with BCCNM Standards of Practice.
- Understands the role of BCCNM and its relationship to one’s own practice.